All sheriff candidates seeking the nomination of the Hamilton County Democratic Party must have their qualifying papers in by Friday, County Party Chairman John Bailes said.
Qualifying information is due at Hamilton County Democratic Party Headquarters (23 Patten Parkway) no later than 5 p.m.
Please call party headquarters at 423-266-4125 for more information. Or email the party at HCDP@comcast.net.
Qualifying information includes the following:
1) A letter stating the candidate’s reason for running, along with goals for the sheriff’s department and a list of five top priorities;
2) A resume of law enforcement training, experience, and references;
3) A detailed list of educational background (bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent law enforcement training);
4) A copy of POST Certification and all training certificates;
5) A release to do a background check/credit check;
6) The name of the candidate’s campaign manager and treasurer.
The Hamilton County Democratic Party will hold its nominating caucus to select a nominee for sheriff on Saturday, March 15. The caucus will be held at 8:30 a.m. in the Tropicana Room at the Chattanooga Billiards Club-East off Lee Highway.
The general election for county sheriff will be held on Aug. 7.